These charming Christmas Tree Cookies are a nostalgic holiday favorite, featuring tender, melt-in-your-mouth dough infused with just a hint of almond extract. The simple ingredients&# 226;ÂÂflour, sugar, butter, and eggâÂÂcreate a classic shortbread-like texture that is perfectly balanced between sweet and rich. Shaped into festive triangles and rolled in sparkling green sugar crystals, they look as delightful as they taste. Ideal for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply adding a touch of cheer to your afternoon tea, these cookies are easy to assemble and freeze well for later enjoyment. A timeless treat that brings warmth and joy to any winter gathering.
2Nd Place: Pat Egan’S Christmas Tree Coo
Description
These charming Christmas Tree Cookies are a nostalgic holiday favorite, featuring tender, melt-in-your-mouth dough infused with just a hint of almond extract. The simple ingredients&# 226;ÂÂflour, sugar, butter, and eggâÂÂcreate a classic shortbread-like texture that is perfectly balanced between sweet and rich. Shaped into festive triangles and rolled in sparkling green sugar crystals, they look as delightful as they taste. Ideal for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply adding a touch of cheer to your afternoon tea, these cookies are easy to assemble and freeze well for later enjoyment. A timeless treat that brings warmth and joy to any winter gathering.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and softened butter.
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Add the egg and 1/2 tsp almond extract to the mixture.
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Using an electric mixer on low speed, mix ingredients until the dough becomes crumbly.
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Knead the dough by hand in the bowl until it holds together smoothly.
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Remove about 1/3 cup of dough, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for later use or decoration.
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Divide the remaining dough into three equal portions.
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Roll each portion into a 6-inch log using your hands.
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Spread green sugar crystals on a sheet of wax paper.
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Roll each dough log in the green sugar crystals to coat evenly, pressing gently with the wax paper to adhere.
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Shape each log into a triangle, pressing gently on the wax paper to create three sharp corners for the tree shape.
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Place cookies on a baking sheet and bake at 375ðF (191ðC) for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
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Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Decorate with confetti or nonpareil candies if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 72
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2301.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 85.8g132%
- Saturated Fat 27.0g135%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1237.2mg52%
- Total Carbohydrate 349.1g117%
- Dietary Fiber 8.1g33%
- Sugars 121.0g
- Protein 30.5g61%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
